Don't let your Easter leftovers go to waste! Find new fun ways to repurpose them among these 27 simple yet creative recipes. From hearty soups to breakfast casseroles and even meatballs (!), discover delicious ways to repurpose your Easter feast and enjoy fresh flavors all over again.
Meatballs without Breadcrumbs
Now what do these meatballs have to do with Easter leftovers? Well - shredded boiled potato is the secret to how we get them super moist and sticking together, without any egg or breadcrumbs!
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Cheesy Ham and Egg Breakfast Casserole
Looking for an easy breakfast casserole to use up all that leftover ham? Look no further! This Easy Cheesy Ham and Egg Breakfast Casserole is delicious and super simple to make, and it can be ready from start to finish in less than an hour.
Get the recipe: Cheesy Ham and Egg Breakfast Casserole
Leftover Roast Potato Spanish Tortilla
Turn leftover roast potatoes into this easy Spanish tortilla and serve warm or cold for a simple but delicious lunch or brunch, or pack into a sandwich for the tastiest lunch on the run!
Get the recipe: Leftover Roast Potato Spanish Tortilla
Pork Wonton Stars
Pork Wonton Stars are a great way to use leftover ham. This is an easy appetizer, or even a main dish. They blend your favorite takeout flavors and nestle them together in a crunchy, oven-baked wonton. Delicious served piping hot from the oven or at room temperature.
Get the recipe: Pork Wonton Stars
Leftover Mashed Potato Gnocchi
This leftover mashed potato gnocchi is a deliciously creative way to use leftover mashed potatoes. The gnocchi are light and fluffy, and when paired with the cheesy tomato sauce, they create a comforting and flavorful dish. It perfectly combines creamy mashed potatoes, savory cheese, and tangy tomato goodness.
Get the recipe: Leftover Mashed Potato Gnocchi
Ham Fried Rice
Make this easy Ham Fried Rice for a meal that the whole family will love! This takeout-style fried rice pairs well with so many dishes and is ready in a flash - and a great way to repurpose leftover ham from Easter.
Get the recipe: Ham Fried Rice
Split Pea Soup With Ham
Split pea soup with ham is a hearty, delicious soup. It's very economical to make, and takes under 45 minutes on the stove top - and even more economical when you use leftove rham!
Get the recipe: Split Pea Soup With Ham
Ham and Cheese Pinwheels
This baked ham and cheese pinwheels recipe is perfect for a party or even a speedy weeknight meal. Learn how to make ham and cheese puff pastry for a great appetizer, lunch, or dinner you can make with leftover ham!
Get the recipe: Ham and Cheese Pinwheels
Italian Bow Tie Pasta Salad
This Italian bow tie pasta salad is the perfect side dish or meal. It is so easy to make and great for parties and potlucks, and perfect for using up leftover ham!
Get the recipe: Italian Bow Tie Pasta Salad
Ham & Cheese Scones
Savory scones? Yes! These are rich and flaky, and feature (leftover) ham and sharp cheddar cheese.
Get the recipe: Ham & Cheese Scones
Ham and Potato Soup
This Ham and Potato Soup is the perfect way to put leftover ham to use! With tender potatoes, veggies, and a creamy, richly-seasoned base, this soup delivers all the comfort food goodness.
Get the recipe: Ham and Potato Soup
Egg Salad with Pickles
Got leftover eggs? This Egg Salad with Pickles is a delicious twist on the classic recipe and perfect to make to use up those leftovers.
Get the recipe: Egg Salad with Pickles
Ham and Beans
This easy Ham and Beans recipe is incredibly tasty and hearty! This is a fantastic meal for repurposing delicious leftover ham and veggies.
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Mashed Potato Casserole
With just a few minutes of prep, this mashed potato casserole recipe comes out super creamy and cheesy. These baked mashed potatoes are the perfect side dish and a great way to use up leftovers. And best of all? You can prep it all ahead of time!
Get the recipe: Mashed Potato Casserole
Ham Pasta
This Ham Pasta is a simple meal that is delicious homemade comfort food. It's a great way to use up leftover ham, and this one-pan dinner makes incredible leftovers.
Get the recipe: Ham Pasta
Cajun Smothered Green Beans
Smothered green beans is a simple side dish with an incredible amount of flavor. This cajun version has tender green beans simmered with onions, garlic, bacon, and smoked ham to soak up all the rich and savory flavor. It's a vegetable side dish that is melt-in-your-mouth good - and you can use your leftovers to make it!
Get the recipe: Cajun Smothered Green Beans
Ham and Swiss Quiche
Super easy and so tasty, Ham and Swiss Quiche is delicious for breakfast, lunch, or even dinner. You'll love the flaky crust and creamy eggs combined with leftover ham and sweet and mild Swiss cheese.
Get the recipe: Ham and Swiss Quiche
Leftover Lamb Pastitsio
Layers of rich lamb sauce, soft pasta and thick creamy béchamel are baked in the oven until golden to make this leftover lamb pastitsio. This delicious Greek pasta bake makes an easy dinner from leftover lamb the whole family will enjoy.
Get the recipe: Leftover Lamb Pastitsio
Loaded Potato Skins
With only a handful of ingredients and 10 minutes of cooking, these air fryer potato skins will quickly become a new favorite! Seasoned with garlic and Worcestershire sauce with a taste of sharp, gooey cheese in every bite, these potato skins make the perfect appetizer!
Get the recipe: Air Fryer Potato Skins
Avocado Egg Salad
Looking for a new way to serve up your leftover eggs? This egg salad with avocado contains just five simple ingredients, making it an easy meal or snack option the week after Easter.
Get the recipe: Avocado Egg Salad
Mashed Potato Soup
Use up your leftover mashed potatoes by making mashed potato soup! Combined with bacon, sour cream and cheddar, it's like eating a loaded baked potato but in soup form!
Get the recipe: Mashed Potato Soup
Papas Rellenas
Papas Rellenas are a traditional Cuban snack. The fried mashed potato balls are filled with ground beef and other fillings for a delicious appetizer or main dish. It's easy to adjust these to your liking - no two recipes are exactly the same!
Get the recipe: Papas Rellenas
Country Potatoes
A delicious side for anything - even breakfast! - and so easy to make with leftover potatoes.
Get the recipe: Country Potatoes
Baked Ham Penne Pasta
Baked Ham Penne Pasta is a family favorite for any night of the week. Penne pasta, savory ham in a rich and creamy garlic cheese sauce is a hearty and delicious meal perfect for leftover ham!
Get the recipe: Baked Ham Penne Pasta
Leftover Boiled Potato Casserole
Next time you have leftover boiled potatoes, you must try this leftover boiled potato casserole! With all the classic flavors of baked potatoes, this dish is creamy, cheesy and so quick and easy to make.
Get the recipe: Leftover Boiled Potato Casserole
Leftover Egg, Ham and Potato Casserole
Learn how to make this simple leftover egg, ham and potato casserole. The perfect comfort food and a traditional dish from Hungary called Rakott Krumpli.
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Ham and Potato Casserole
This Ham and Potato Casserole checks all the critical comfort food boxes. Carbs? Yes! Cheese? Of course! Savory, salty ham? You bet! This cheesy ham and potato bake will be in frequent rotation in your home and is perfect to make after Easter to use up all those delicious leftovers.
Get the recipe: Ham and Potato Casserole
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